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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Mountain view

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Relaxing Island Getaway

Set on beautiful Fern Lake with amazing views of the Adirondack Mountains, this vacation cottage is the only one on a private 1.5 acre island located about 800 feet from shore. The rental Includes use of the island, cottage, boats, and mainland driveway with lake access and boat launching capability. A rowboat with electric motor, canoe, and three kayaks are available for transportation to the island and recreation.

Sleeps 7 comfortably with 3 double beds, 1 single bed. Wood stove, electric oven/stove, microwave, refrigerator, running lake water, bottled drinking water required, kitchen sink, bathroom sink, very clean outhouse toilets (2), indoor toilet for emergency only, tub/shower, bedroom sink, outdoor gas grill, outdoor fire pit.

Bring your own towels and bedding or sleeping bags. Take food and garbage out with you or to nearby transfer station or place in garbage bin on shore for $7. No smoking inside cabin. Please leave place clean like you found it.

Weekly rentals are available (7 nights). Minimum 3 night stay.

Cats unfortunately are not allowed due to allergies, but dogs are welcome.

Our 7 person limit is to help preserve the facilities, the island's habitat, and it's infrastructure. For any special requests regarding group size, please contact us directly.

Activities allowed on Fern Lake and Nearby Attractions:
Kayaking, canoeing, sailing, motor boating, skiing, tubing, fishing, swimming, hiking, relaxing, High Peaks nearby, Ausable Chasm 30 minutes away, Whiteface Mountain 20 minutes away, Lake Placid and shopping 30 minutes away, Plattsburgh 30 minutes away, Canada 45 minutes away, Montreal 1 hr 30 minutes away.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Bring your own towels and bedding or sleeping bags. Take food and garbage with you, to transfer station, or place in bin for garbage pickup for $7.

No smoking in cabin. Respect neighbors on the lake by limiting noise after 11 p.m. Please leave place clean like you found it.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 867275vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Au Sable Forks

Located in Au Sable Forks, this cottage is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Macomb Reservation State Park and Chazy Highlands Wild Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Tahawus Cultural Center and Santa's Workshop. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and rock climbing.
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What's nearby

  • Fern Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Ausable Chasm - 30 min drive - 35.1 km
  • Whiteface Mountain - 31 min drive - 27.5 km
  • Mirror Lake - 41 min drive - 44.5 km
  • Olympic Center - 42 min drive - 45.9 km

Getting around

  • Port Kent Station - 35 min drive
  • Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fan House - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Mad River Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Real 20 Main - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Fancy Cake Box - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪M&M Diner - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing Island Getaway pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Relaxing Island Getaway?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Relaxing Island Getaway?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing Island Getaway?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing Island Getaway located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Fern Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Larry Ryan Mountain and Black Brook Town Hall. Tahawus Cultural Center and Ausable Forks Free Library are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 33 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secluded Getaway

We loved this cozy island retreat. Hosts were fantastic, easy to get to and once we were there we were all alone one our private island - the dogs loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect , secluded getaway

Place was awesome! Very peaceful and serene. Enjoyed swimming right off the deck, boating fishing etc. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2022
Thank you. It was great meeting you and your family and we're glad that you enjoyed your stay! Also, thank you for leaving the place in tip top condition, it's greatly appreciated.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and Unique Stay

What a special place. It's not every day that you need to take a boat to get from the car to your rental. The only thing to keep in mind is that the pontoon is not included.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov, 2022
Thank you Eric. We hope you enjoyed your stay. The boat trip is the most challenging/adventurous part, but we are willing to assist you in whatever way we can.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Homer R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Repeat visit

We continue to love this place as the ultimate unplug and recharge experience. Other than upgrading the downstairs bed, there's nothing we would change. And the new boat is a lovely upgrade for sunset cruising. We'll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful ADK experience

I booked this location for a Father & Son fishing trip. It was perfect! Over the week we caught over 20 fish a day in the pond. Between the boat and the kayaks we explored the entirety of Fern Lake. We also had an opportunity to fly fish one of the best rivers only 20 minutes away. The Camp was in excellent shape. Perfect for our trip or an entire family!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Homer R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unplugged

We loved the privacy, the quiet, the ability for our dog to roam off leash, the ease of swimming and boating, the cheerily lit pathways, the cozy cottage. It was just what we'd hoped for.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov, 2022
Thank you, Homer. We are so glad you enjoyed your time and we enjoyed having you as a guest.
Verified

8/10 Good

Brittany M.

Relaxing!

Great place! Loved kayaking, fishing, and swimming. Did get cell reception with AT&T, but not fast enough for streaming. Only real complaint is that the size boat to come to the island is pretty tiny for having to bring all your food supplies, towels and blankets. With 2 adults and one dog, we had to take 3 round trips to drop our stuff.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul, 2020
Brittany, thank you for your review and we will try to make improvements to either the size of boat or linen requirements in the future due to your suggestions. We are glad you enjoyed your stay! We have also found AT&T to have the best receptions so far.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway! Awesome Island Camp

We enjoyed every second of this vacation on the island--to the point that we extended our stay! The lake and view is beauitful, the camp is quite comfy--you feel instantly relaxed---and the island itself is a nice retreat to get away from it all! We enjoyed fishing, eating some nice small mouth bass, campfires, boating around the island, watching an Eagle eat his meal right in front of the camp on the rocks, listening to the loons and waking up to the sun rising in the am with a cup of coffee in hand. Accomodations were perfect for us---you will NOT be dissapointed. The camp is clean and well appointed as an ADK camp. We LOVED it! Thanks Steve!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov, 2022
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, and it sounds like you made the most of it. Thank for being such respectful and gracious guests. It is always a pleasure to serve people like you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful return to nature

Such a wonderful property, with every water toy you could possibly need. So much time and thought has been put into the property to ensure all guests are entertained and taken care of. Aside from the boats listed there are floats galore to enjoy the beautiful water out the front door. A wide selection of games for quieter times. What we enjoyed most was watching the bald eagle perch in the islands treetops and hunt in the rocks outside, so amazing. The loons were a delight to watch and listen to as we sipped coffee in the morning and relaxed in the evening. Simply beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov, 2022
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. The eagles are always amazing to see so close and it's nice to hear you soaked in the relaxation. Thank you for being such gracious guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely wonderful!!!

We truly enjoyed our time at the cabin. It was an incredibly unique getaway. The boats, kayaks, canoes etc. were great! The cabin is perfect and the island provides a wonderful getaway. The deck and firepit areas were a great way to relax. And don’t be scared about the outhouses. :) Getting back and forth on the boat was easy. The Boston whaler is a nice stable little boat and it’s easy to operate. Plus it’s awesome for fishing. It would be nice if the boat had some lights or maybe a flashlight on it for evening arrival or if you go out to dinner and come back to the island in the dark. We brought flashlights with us so it wasn’t an issue at all. If you like to fish make sure to bring your fishing gear. The fishing was awesome!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Island Getaway

My family had a fabulous stay at this cozy camp, which was exactly as advertised! Steve was very communicative and answered my questions before I even asked! The island was amazing! We spent time on the various docks, swimming and kayaking. Watching the loons, an eagle, a beaver, and chipmunks was so much fun. The water was clean and clear and refreshing. The fire pit was a hit as well! The camp had everything we needed! The beds were comfortable, and the tv and dvd player and board games came in handy on rainy days. The outhouses were clean and well lit. The use of the Whaler made our comings and goings very enjoyable. It was reliable and had plenty of room for us and our stuff. Lastly, I highly recommend this camp for the location. It’s close to so many wonderful hiking trails and Lake Placid.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2023
Thank you, we're glad that you had such a great time! I enjoyed meeting your nice family, and it was great having you as a guest. Thank you for the easy communication and for leaving the camp in such great shape...even the outhouses were swept! Thanks for being the first guests to try out our electric Boston Whaler, and it was even better that you were experienced boaters. Thank you for being excellent guests and so glad you enjoyed your time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Rustic deluxe! Great family getaway, peace and quiet, short drive to resort towns

We had a great time staying at this lovely cabin on a lovely little island on a lovely little lake. The row boat and battery-powered motor made it easy to get four people and all of our gear from shore to island in only two trips. There are maybe 30 houses around the edge of the lake, with mountains beyond. One end has a small beach (and a sandy bottom that extends at least 150 ft into the lake before the water is over your head). Loons, frogs, and other little critters galore. The outhouses are deluxe, with a sink outside; the hot shower is indoors. The house plumbing offers running lake water; rather than carrying in drinking water, we used a backpacking pump filter just to be safe. The water is sweet and clear. We had a blast using the kayaks and canoe at the cabin in between our excursions to Lake Placid and other towns in the area. (Check out Outdoor Experience for awesome zip lining!) A big fire pit at one end of the island was a delight, with the loons calling, and the moonlight reflecting off the lake. The house is also well-stocked with books, games, and information about local wildlife and local hikes. We had a small issue with plumbing during our stay, but Steve came out and fixed it promptly, and was a pleasure to deal with throughout the booking process and the stay. It's rare that we return to a place we've been before, but we may just make an exception for this terrific property. The only change I would make is a better mattress/box spring in the first floor bedroom, which is the only sleeping area with true privacy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul, 2020
Elizabeth, thank you for your review and we are so happy that you enjoyed your stay! You are welcome back anytime. Your review is also noted for improvements to the mattress, thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing views with a rustic feel

My family of 6 (2 adults and 4 kids) had an amazing time at the cabin on the island. The sandy swim area was perfect for the smaller kids and there was a huge variety of activities to do. My brother and his family live locally and came over 2 days to spend the days with us and enjoyed it as well. My older 2 kids even took the kayaks out a few times. Along with the kids, my dog enjoyed being able to roam freely. I would recommend this beautiful island getaway to any family.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Away from the grind!!

This is the perfect place to unwind from all of life's craziness. Superior communication from owner!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan, 2022
Thank you for being such a gracious and amazingly generous guest 2 years in a row. The cookies you made were some of the best we've ever had, and you left the place so clean again! We're so happy that you were able to enjoy the place to unwind and relax. You are welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Vacation ever

We had the absolute best time ever. From the quick responses before we arrived to the above and beyond help from Steve getting to and from the island we couldn't have asked for a better host. The cottage was adorable, super clean and full of everything we could have possibly needed. Our kids loved the freedom to roam as did our dogs. We caught a ton of large mouth bass and they were delicious. The view was amazing but waking up to the sunrise was breathtaking. The kayaks were so fun and the fire pit was a perfect way to end our nights. The outhouses were so clean and it didn't even feel like we were "roughing it". Our kids didn't want to leave and neither did we. We also enjoyed going the ease of a day trip to Lake Placid and whiteface mountain. We literally had the BEST time and can't wait to visit again. Steve was literally the best host going out of his way to make sure our stay was easy and it was with all his help.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan, 2022
You guys were the some of the best guests! You have an amazing family, I enjoyed learning a little bit about you all and hearing about how your son found your vacation spot. I also believe your family has won the award for the largest amount of gear brought to the island! I'm so glad you all enjoyed your stay. I thoroughly enjoyed meeting you all, hearing your stories, and I was more than happy to help you out. Hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janine V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely lake vacation

My family loved staying here. The property is well taken care of. The wooded island pathways are lit up with strings of lights. The cabin and decks give you the experience of being right in nature. We swam, kayaked and hung out on the dock most of the time. We hope to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan, 2022
We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and hope it was a relaxing and fun time for everyone! You are welcome back anytime. Thank you for staying with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bella S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

My friends and I absolutely loved our stay! It was so nice to getaway for the weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct, 2020
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for choosing us and your are welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation during Covid

Very nice place . Rental was clean and well stocked The island was peaceful and was a great for all of us . Fantastic place for our dog .. Didn’t have to leash the dog..
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept, 2020
We are so glad that you, and your dog, enjoyed it! Thank you for leaving the place in great shape too. You are welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Do we have to go home?

We could not have asked for a better vacation spot. Steve was a pleasure and everything was as described. None of us wanted to leave. The kids (12,10,7,7,5) are all planning our trip back for next year. It was even suggested by several kids that we buy them the island. We loved every minute on the island. Thank you!
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug, 2020
Haha. Your kids are funny! Thank you, we are so glad that you loved your time there and you are more than welcome to come back. Thank you for leaving the place so nice, I never would have known that 5 kids had been there!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private Adirondack island!

It really is a beautiful and private spot for a peaceful relaxing escape. You can enjoy the lake right off the dock, with a great view of the mountains on the far shore. But it is just a couple minutes to the dock so you can get out and explore the mountains. The island is charming, with 2 docks, fire pit, boats aplenty, and a fairylit path around it. Be ready for a bit of rustic living, but I was pleased by the lack of internet for forcing me to unwind. It was a great week for my family, I would love to go again.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug, 2020
Thank you Brian. We are very glad that you enjoyed your time there! Thanks also for leaving it in great condition. We welcome you back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Island Getaway

Exactly as advertised. The island and lake are beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul, 2020
Thank you Glenn! We are happy that you all enjoyed your stay, and thank you for leaving the place in great condition. You are welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful getaway

My sons and our dog had the best time. The guys fished each day and had good luck. Perfect for families with a pet. The cabin was clean and had everything we needed. Steve was super to work with. We will return! Jenn & M&M
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul, 2020
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, and love how clean and well maintained you left the place when you left. We would welcome you back anytime. Thank you for staying with us.
Verified

8/10 Good

Thomas H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Cabin Get Away

Excellent get away for those who want to deplug and enjoy nature and are not high maintenance people requiring all creature comforts. Our family had a terrific time and we took full advantage of the lake and also found time to hike the surrounding hills that dot the lake. Wood burning stove was an awesome amenity for the cooler nights in June..
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jun, 2020
We are so glad you enjoyed your time here and that you were able to find your way up the hills! It was great to meet you, and we appreciate you staying at our place and leaving it in nice condition.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deacon T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome cabin

Steve’s place is great. Clean, easy check in process, awesome location. As long as you don’t mind using a outhouse, this is an amazing rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
Thank you! We're glad you enjoyed it
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous island retreat. Well stocked kitchen, nice outhouses, wonderfully quiet peacefu lake for sw

Very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by Steve

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This island has been in the family since 1983 and we have protected and cherished this place since then. In 2018 we expanded parts of the island to incorporate a wedding venue which has now added to the island an additional lakefront viewing platform, a large 30x50 ft open area for tenting or outdoor games, a scenic fire pit area, beautiful string lights throughout the island, and an additional luxurious outhouse with outdoor sink. Soon we hope to also have an outdoor shower installed.

Why they chose this property

A unique opportunity to enjoy a relaxing experience on an island

What makes this property unique

You have the entire 1.5 acre island to yourself with the sounds of loons, beavers, and bull frogs, the sites of bald eagles in the trees above, loons swimming in front, ducks doing their thing, beavers swimming and flapping their tails and various fish all over. The serenity of no adjacent neighbors and the gorgeous site of the rising sun is also a unique feeling.

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